Alhaji Abdulkadir Ahmed, the Head of Service in Sokoto State, has issued a formal directive requiring all newly recruited civil service employees to demonstrate punctuality and unwavering dedication during their initial onboarding period. This directive was delivered at the flag-off ceremony for the payment of salaries to 3100 newly hired workers held at the state Cabinet Office. The verification exercise confirmed that recruits must report to their respective ministries, departments, and agencies before any salary processing can occur. Officials stated that this strict protocol ensures effective public service delivery throughout the state's administration. [1]
Recruitment Statistics
The state government has successfully recruited more than 8,000 personnel across various sectors within a three-year period, with specific figures for security and police forces. The Sokoto State Community Guard Corps received 2,747 personnel during this timeframe, while the Sokoto State Marshal recently recruited 1,550 individuals. These numbers highlight the state's commitment to expanding its human resources capacity through rigorous selection processes. [1]
Source Attribution
The statement regarding the salary payment verification was issued by Abubakar Bawa, Director-General of Media and Publicity at Government House, Sokoto. He confirmed that the exercise was conducted to verify recruitment records before processing began. While some beneficiaries expressed gratitude for the employment opportunity, officials maintained that the process is strictly controlled to ensure accountability and service delivery standards. [1]
Next Steps
Following this initial verification, the state government will continue to monitor the performance of all newly recruited staff to ensure they meet the expected standards of dedication. The report concludes that no other specific next steps have been announced beyond the ongoing monitoring of these 3100 employees. [1]
Budget Consultations
According to a separate announcement, Sokoto State has extended its 2027 budget consultations to Local Government Areas (LGAs). This extension aims to improve financial planning and resource allocation for future administrative needs across the state. [1]
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